The Department of Biology is committed to the study of living organisms through teaching, research, and public service. Biology is the study of living organisms at all levels. Because of the complexity and amazing diversity of living organisms, biology is divided into a number of disciplines. The Biology Degree at Tennessee Tech provides students with general courses needed to understand the basic concepts and principles on which these disciplines are based, as well as advanced coursework in a wide variety of these disciplines.

The Department of Biology at Tennessee Tech provides all the tools and opportunities needed for the academic development of a professional in a wide range of careers within the biological sciences. 

The Department of Biology at Tennessee Tech offers Masters of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degree programs. The Masters of Science degree in Biology has a thesis requirement. The Doctor of Philosophy degree in Environmental Science has a concentration in Biology. This degree program is an interdisciplinary program.